On February 14, 2026, Dr. Alfi Rahman and Dr. Dahlawi, on behalf of the Master’s Program in Peace and Conflict Resolution (MDRK) Univeritas Syiah Kuala, were invited to present the context of Aceh, Indonesia, at the International Symposium on Ethnobiology of Fauna and their Social and Cultural Values, held at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka. The symposium brought together professors, researchers, and students from Sri Lanka, Nepal, Japan, Indonesia, and Thailand, and was supported by Ramsar Center Japan.
One of the key discussions focused on the growing tension between humans and wildlife. In the Sri Lankan case, researchers highlighted the increasing intensity of human–crocodile conflict, creating serious challenges for both fauna conservation and local livelihoods.
We also conducted a field visit to a village affected by human–animal conflict and found many complex challenges and pressing issues — from community safety concerns to conservation dilemmas and economic vulnerability.
Peace and conflict resolution extend beyond human society. Sustainable coexistence requires dialogue, adaptive governance, and culturally grounded solutions.
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